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PhD in Public Health (PUB)

PhD in Public Health (PUB)

Eligibility : MD/MPH/M.Sc. (Nursing)/M.Phil degree with minimum 55% marks from a recognized University/Institution or its equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed.
OR
A candidate seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme in clinical sciences viz. MBBS, AYUSH, BDS, BAMS, BUMS, BSMS, BHMS, BPT, BOT, B.Sc. (Nursing), BVSc or a professional degree in Allied Subjects/fields by the corresponding statutory regulatory body should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed.
Relaxation to SC/ST/OBC (Non creamy layer)/PWD/EWS as per the UGC Regulations 2022.
The coursework involves hands-on experience, encouraging students to engage with real-world scenarios in both urban and rural settings. This approach aims to cultivate critical thinking skills using both qualitative and quantitative data. Students have the opportunity to choose from a variety of optional courses that delve into specific public health issues. In the second semester, there's an intensive Journal Club, which helps students stay informed about current topics.Assessment is conducted through a mix of written tests, assignments, seminars, presentations, and group discussions. This comprehensive evaluation approach ensures that students not only gain knowledge but also develop analytical and communication skills essential for addressing public health challenges.
 
Ph.D. in Public Health (PUB)
Course No.
Title
Credits
First Semester (Core)
SM 601
Community Health and Its Organization in India
4
SM 606
Research Methodology
2
SM 607
Social Science Issues in Community Health
2
SM 608
Social Sciences: Towards an Integrated Approach
2
 
 
 
Second Semester (Core)
SM 602
ePIDEMIOLOGY
3
SM 605
REVIEW OF cURRENT iSSUES IN cOMMUNITY hEALTH
4
SM 613
Nutrition and Maternal and Child Health
3
 
 
 
Optional Courses*
SM 620
Comparative Studies in Health Systems
2
SM 622
Application of Anthropology in Health
2
SM 624
Communication and Helath
2
SM 626
Women and Health
2
SM 642
Urbanization and Public Health in India
2
SM 643
Population Health and Development
2
SM 660
Research & Publication Ethics (RPE) (w.e.f. 2022)
2
 
 
 
Ph.D. in Social Sciences in Health (CSM) & Ph.D.in Public Health (PUB) (Third & Fourth Semester)
Course Code
Title
Credits
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Thesis Writing
6
 
 
 
 
Approved Courses for MPH and PhD Programme

 

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